Performs a variety of specialized duties related to the receipt, interpretation, and implementation of patient diet orders.
Responsible for the medical nutrition therapy of patient/residents; nutritional assessment, nutrition care plans, patient visitation, inpatient/outpatient diet counseling, consults regarding advance nutrition support as well as assist in other areas related to the nutrition services department.
• Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions and current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provides nutritional counseling • Consults with physicians and health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of patient or client • Advises patient and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans and diet modifications, and food selection and preparation • Counsels individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life • Inspects meals served for conformance to prescribed diets and standards of palatability and appearance • Provides substitutions if patient is unable to eat the meal provided, in accordance with diet restrictions • Evaluates appropriateness of diet order for diagnosis and recommends diet order changes as indicated • Select, train and supervise workers who plan, prepare and serve meals • Develops nutrition care plans and monitors patient response to care plan developed • Chart pertinent information from the nutritional care plan and from interventions • Collaborates with physician and nursing to deliver quality nutrition care • Acts as a Dietetic advisor to nursing, medical, allied health and catering staff in assigned areas • Maintains accurate statistical records and reports as required by the department and the facility • Performs all duties in a professional and confidential manner.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics or equivalent to the same
Minimum 3 years of experience in a wellness clinic / hospital or similar organization
Knowledge of proper hygiene practices and strong understanding of Food & Diets
Innovative with strong service focused approach, interpersonal, negotiating and influencing skills
Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal
Confident and competent to attend all the cases
Ability to create a welcoming atmosphere and put people at ease
Ability to encourage patients to develop good preventative care habits
Ability to quickly identify problems and determine effective treatments
Computer literacy
Maintain good appearance and proper demeanor at work.
Safety conscious, motivated, able to manage pressure, takes initiative.
Is service oriented and customer focused
Fluent in English & Arabic (preferable)
DOH License as Clinical Nutritionist / Dietician
Valid BLS Certificate
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